Ruth Esther Sackman was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 19, 2019 at the Prairie Community Nursing home in Terry, Montana. She was blessed to be able to spend Easter with most of her family in heaven after celebrating her 100th birthday in March.
Ruth was born one of ten children in Marsh, Montana on March 4, 1919. She was the daughter of John and Magdelina Meidinger. Ruth grew up and attended the Sackman School and then the Terry High School where she graduated in 1939. After graduation, she traveled to California to work as a secretary on a Naval Base. She soon became homesick for Montana (Andy) and transferred to the Gore Hill Army Base in Great Falls.
Ruth married Andrew Sackman on November 20, 1945 and moved to a farm six miles north of Mildred, Montana where she worked along side her husband raising cattle and grain. To this union, five children were born. Lyle, Lotty, Loren, and Leita. Lynn was born in 1949, but the Lord took him home at just three weeks of age. Ruth also lost her beloved husband at a young age and was left to raise four children, ages 2 to 16, which had to be quite a challenge. With the help of faith, family, neighbors, and friends, she persevered. She stayed on the farm until 1968 when she moved to Terry.
Throughout her life, Ruth was a member of the Fallon Evangelical Church, and later attended the Terry Wesleyan Church. She was active in many organizations such as the Terry Homemakers Club, the Hospital Guild, Ladies Aide, Bible Studies, and Red Cross Coordinator. She cooked at the Prairie County Manor for many years.
She was a faithful member of the” Prairie Chicks”. This group of Terry ladies would enjoy gathering for coffee, lunch, or Friday evening dinners. She loved gardening, sewing, and canning. She spent many evening hours crocheting table cloths and doilies for her family. Earlier, she spent time sewing shirts for her sons and dresses for her daughters. Ruth was also the Church Weed Control Officer, making SURE there was never a weed in sight. She also took care of some of her grandchildren before they attended school.
Ruth is preceded in death by her husband, Andrew, and her sons, Lynn and Lyle, and a son-in-law, Fred. She is survived by her daughter, Lotty Rambur of Terry; son, Loren (Phyllis) Sackman of Dickinson, ND; daughter, Leita (Lyle) Zimmerman of Red Lodge; and daughter-in-law Vera Sackman of Fallon. Ruth has one remaining brother, Norman Meidinger of Powell, WY. She has six grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 from 1:00-6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the Fallon Evangelical Church in Fallon. Interment will follow in the Fallon Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Prairie County Hospital Foundation, Fallon Evangelical Church, or the Gideon Bible Organization.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday April 23, 2019
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
317 Logan Ave
Terry, MT 59349
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Wednesday April 24, 2019
Fallon Evangelical Church
420 Cato Avenue
Fallon, MT 59326
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday April 23, 2019
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
317 Logan Ave
Terry, MT 59349
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Wednesday April 24, 2019
Fallon Evangelical Church
420 Cato Avenue
Fallon, MT 59326
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Stan Pehl says
To the Sackman family, I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Ruth. The riches she passed on to so many people in so many ways! I remember her quiet, steadfast kindness and support toward me and the rest of our family in the time we fellowshipped together at Terry Wesleyan. We are thinking of you and praying for you this week, and we trust you are resting in God’s peace. She is now enjoying her reward!
Best Regards,
Stan & Carol Pehl
Del Linda Frost says
To all of Ruth’s family, she was a very special lady, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love Del Linda
Tim and Diane Ehman says
I had a nice visit with Ruth last winter! She was always up for a good visit! Our sympathy to her family.
Tim and Diane
Leona MYo says
Ruth was such a big part of my younger years at the Fallon Evangelical Church. She was so faithful and always had a smile for me. Rest In Peace Ruth!
Zane and Tessa Shumway says
Ruth was a very special lady and a wonderful neighbor. You are all in our thoughts and prayers
Lynn Anderson says
Lotty and Family,
My most heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the loss of your dear mom, Ruth.
She was such a good neighbor to my folks, always coming over to share the newspaper or some goodies from her garden. It was fun to see her on Facebook enjoying her 100th birthday with all of her family. She is now reunited with all her family in heaven and at peace with the Lord. May he give you comfort and grace during this difficult time.
Lon and Vicki Reukauf says
Ruth was such a strong, caring, steadfast lady who raised such a wonderful family mostly on her own. She was so proud of her children and grandchildren and loved each of you dearly. It was so heartwarming to see her enjoy her 100th birthday party with family and friends. She will surely be missed. May God surround your family with peace and comfort beyond all understanding during this difficult time.
Arlen and Alice Miller says
I know your Mom is with the Lord, but the hurt and loss are still painful, No matter what age always loved to visit with her
Shelley Schultz Steyh says
My deepest condolences and keeping you in my prayers.
Pat Tillman Reynolds says
I remember your Mom being a warm, welcoming, loving lady. She lived a nice long life! My sympathies to all the family in the loss of your beautiful Mom.
Connie Phalen says
Loren, Phyllis and family,
So sorry for your loss. We’re praying for you all as you adjust to her move to heaven. We love you!!!
Bob and Connie
chuck wighaus says
chuck & marge wighaus say
loren & phyllis and family
we are sorry for the loss of your mom we will keep you all in our thoughts and prays
chuck & marge
Gerry and Lila Bredberg says
My deepest condolences to the family. I have many fond memories of Ruth and her family. She will surely be missed.